Clues for the word "DEPENDENT"
We've had 8 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 7 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Evening Standard Easy crossword on June 12, 2026.
Definition of dependent
- a. - Hanging down; as, a dependent bough or leaf.
- a. - Relying on, or subject to, something else for support; not able to exist, or sustain itself, or to perform anything, without the will, power, or aid of something else; not self-sustaining; contingent or conditioned; subordinate; -- often with on or upon; as, dependent on God; dependent upon friends.
- n. - One who depends; one who is sustained by another, or who relies on another for support of favor; a hanger-on; a retainer; as, a numerous train of dependents.
- n. - That which depends; corollary; consequence.
Referring Clues
Last Seen In
- Evening Standard Easy - June 12, 2026
- King Syndicate - Premier Sunday - August 06, 2017
- Guardian Prize - September 10, 2016
- Universal - December 06, 2009
- Family Time - February 11, 2007
- Washington Post - March 05, 2006
- Guardian Speedy - November 02, 2003